Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using blue faience — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBlue faience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed?

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed created?

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed made from?

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed is crafted from blue faience.

Where does Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed originate?

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed originates from Egypt.

Is Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed in the public domain?

Trefoil from the Leg of a Cow Bed is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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